Tag Archives: Fragrance Review

Imaginary Authors Memoirs of a Trespasser

I remember smelling Memoirs of a Trespasser for the first time in June of 2020 and I was immediately blown away. Its warm cozy smoke immediately wrapped itself around me and I was under its spell. It had a sweetness … Continue reading

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Gucci A Winter Tale Review

Under a spell with Gucci A Winter Melody. Even though I’m not a winter person, I can’t help but find brightness in the dark, like warmer temperatures when it’s been bitterly cold, the treats someone left next to the I … Continue reading

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Prada Amber vs. Chanel Coromandel

In my search for a cheaper dupe of Chanel Coromandel, I came across Prada Amber as a comparison, and from far away, I can see it, but close up, it’s not true, not even in the slightest. Have you smelled … Continue reading

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L’Artisan Parfumeur Ambre Extreme

Last work day of the year, and I wore Ambre Extreme by L’Artisan Parfumeur. It’s a vintage bottle, and as much as it’s nice to say “they don’t make them like they used to”, actually, they make them just fine, … Continue reading

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Gucci Bloom Perfume Review

Does anyone else feel like there’s no time? Not enough time? I mean, yes there’s time to write this but the rest of the time it’s running between work and home, meals and snacks, the grocery store, the post office … Continue reading

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Violet Parfums First Impressions

Quick reviews of Violet Parfums. I liked all of them, and the price point is great. There are also travel sizes available and I love that option best of all. If you come across them, sample them if you can. … Continue reading

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Roja Parfums Diaghelev

Plummy, jammy, dirty, at once referential but also worthy of referencing. Complex yet comforting. Noteworthy, unforgettable.

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Chanel Cuir de Russie

Cracked the whip this Monday because when you have a silk shirt with horses on it, you need to wear Cuir de Russie. This is such a bougie leather, thanks to the opening sparkle and the Chanel floral blend which … Continue reading

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Billie Eilish Perfume

The caramel hot chocolate of the perfume world, the kind made with water, not milk. I didn’t realize that the new Billy Eilish perfume was available at The Bay, so when I saw it the other day, of course I … Continue reading

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Eau de Jane Perfume Review

Dewy and luminous, Eau de Jane from my friend Jane Daly. A bit of freshness is my favourite kind of smell, unless I’m in the mood for something different, depending on the weather and whatever else is going on, but … Continue reading

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